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The Hemingway Home & Museum and its collection

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The Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum is situated in Key West, Florida. This is the place where the renowned American writer Ernest Hemingway resided from 1927 to 1939. The house is a significant part of Hemingway's history and offers a glimpse into the life of the writer during his time in Florida.

Architectural Style and History

The house, located at 907 Whitehead Street, was Hemingway's residence starting from 1931. It was originally built in 1851 by Asa Tift in the Franco-Spanish colonial style, which was popular in New Orleans at the time. The architectural style of the house adds to its charm and historical significance.

Literary Significance

Ernest Hemingway wrote several of his famous novels while living in this house. These include 'A Farewell to Arms', 'For Whom The Bell Tolls', 'Green Hills of Africa', 'The Snows of Kilimanjaro', and 'Death in the Afternoon'. This fact adds a significant literary value to the house, making it a point of interest for literature enthusiasts.

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#8 History & Anthropology in Key West #7 Historic houses in Key West #5 Person & artist museums in Key West #30 History & Anthropology in Florida #24 Historic houses in Florida #3 Language & literature museums in Florida #15 Person & artist museums in Florida #34 Language & literature museums in United States
The Hemingway Home & Museum
907 Whitehead St
FL 33040 Key West
Florida

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Opening hours

Monday
9:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
9:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
9:00 – 17:00
Thursday
9:00 – 17:00
Friday
9:00 – 17:00
Saturday
9:00 – 17:00
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00

Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 12US$7.00
13+US$18.00

Facilities

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Location & Map

907 Whitehead St, Key West

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Exhibitions

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The Hemingway Home & Museum Reviews

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Hemingway Home & Museum in Key West offers visitors a glimpse into the life of the famous American author Ernest Hemingway. Located in a beautiful Spanish colonial-style house, the museum preserves much of its 1930s charm. Visitors appreciate the well-maintained grounds and the opportunity to see the descendants of Hemingway's six-toed cats roaming freely.

    The guided tours are informative, providing interesting details about Hemingway's life, his writing process, and his time in Key West. Many visitors find the guides knowledgeable and engaging. The house itself is filled with period furnishings and personal items, giving a sense of how Hemingway lived and worked.

    However, some visitors mention that the tours can feel rushed during busy periods, and the house can get crowded, making it difficult to fully appreciate all the details. A few also note that the admission price is somewhat high for the length of the visit.

    Despite these minor drawbacks, most visitors find the experience worthwhile, especially for literature enthusiasts and those interested in Key West's history. The combination of historical significance, beautiful architecture, and the unique presence of the polydactyl cats makes for a memorable visit.

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